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WEOL Morning Show

Weekdays 7 – 9 AM

Bruce Van Dyke and Craig Adams get your day going with live local news, weather with Jon Loufman,  sports, traffic, prizes and quirky stories from around the globe. Interviews are podcast below.

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10-20-22

10/20/22 7:20 John Telich returned with our own Rocco Nuosci to talk some Cleveland Browns football on this week’s Budweiser’s From the Sidelines, presented by North Ridgeville Convenient Sunoco on Center Ridge and Barton Roads. This week, the Browns sit at 2-4 with a huge road divisional game on Sunday against Baltimore. J.T. knows the defense needs to step up and talked about how a good performance from that side of the ball on Sunday, plus a Browns win, can start to change the narrative on this season. (19:37)

10/20/22 7:40 Safer, less toxic treatments and better outcomes for children with blood cancer are on the horizon! Julie Gabriel, who’s young son Anthony is a survivor of lymphoma, joined Bruce and Craig to share and Anthony’s story and how The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) is advancing pediatric cancer research and support for children, families, and caregivers affected by blood cancers. (5:48)

10/20/22 8:20 And the winner is… the Hyundai IONIQ 5! MotorTrend has announced the IONIQ 5 as the 2023 SUV of the Year, and their Head of Editorial, Ed Loh, returned to the show to talk about what makes the vehicle worth of the award and why it sets the pace for the year’s biggest automotive trends. (6:40)

10/20/22 8:40 It’s always a good time to check in with the Community Foundation of Lorain County! Marketing and Communications Officer Britt Lovett stopped by to discuss the current grant cycles for both the Youth fund Service Learning Grant and the African American Community Fund. Plus, Britt recapped how this year’s Connect to a Cause event went! (6:01)

10-19-22

10/19/22 7:10 Joe Matuscak from the North Coast Rotary kickstarted our “Celebrate Series” event as we “Celebrated” Avon Lake! Joe shared what’s been going on at the rotary as of late and talked about some upcoming service and volunteer opportunities! (9:02)

10/19/22 7:20 Dave O’Brien from The Chronicle-Telegram returned with our own Rocco Nuosci for this week’s Local Beat, presented by Vandemark Jewelers on East Broad Street in Elyria! This week, the guys talk about a new wetland project in Lorain that will help some of the runoff and flooding issues in the area. Plus, a look-in at the new 216,000 square-foot facility from Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems in Avon as they continue their role in commercial vehicle safety technology. (8:34)

10/19/22 7:40 Avon Lake Mayor Greg Zilka stopped by to join our Celebration series as he talked all about what’s going on in Avon Lake, including construction updates, upcoming community events, and other Avon Lake tidbits. Plus, Mayor Zilka shared a little excitement for the Shoremen football team! (16:57)

10/19/22 8:10 How’s business in Avon Lake these days? The city’s Economic Development Director Ted Esborn stopped by the show to talk about the growing business opportunities in Avon Lake as well as some of the new companies that call Avon Lake home while continuing to grow and thrive. Ted also talked about plans for the former Avon Lake Power Plant structure as the city continues their work on it. (10:41)

10/19/22 8:20 No “Celebrate Series” broadcast would be complete without our sponsor Jim Vandemark of Vandemark Jewelers on East Broad Street in Elyria! The holidays are right around the corner, and it’s never too early to start shopping for that special someone. Jim talked us through some of the latest trends and designs his store has to offer, plus a sneak peek at what’s currently in their coveted estate case. (11:28)

10/19/22 8:40 We’ve talked business this morning, but what about education? Well, Avon Lake Schools Superintendent Bob Scott has us covered! It’s the 100th Anniversary for Avon Lake Schools, and Bob joined the show to talk about how the fall semester has been going for the Shoremen students. Bob also discussed an upcoming meeting that will cover the future of the Avon Lake school buildings. (9:51)

10/19/22 8:50 Need some help with legal services? We’ve got a guy! Attorney Geoffrey R. Smith (ElyriaLaw.com) started his law firm in Elyria and gives his clients the personalized attention and quality representation they deserve! He joined the guys on the Morning Show to talk about what he does along with his background in Lorain County. You can contact Geoffrey for a free initial consultation today! (8:10)

 

10-18-22

10/18/22 7:20 A diabetes diagnosis can feel like not just a threat to health, but also a threat to a person’s way of life. There’s a lot to think about when you’re managing your diabetes – from tracking glucose levels, taking medications, planning your meals, and trying to stay active. Dr. Suzan Guzman (Behavioral Diabetes Institute) and Megan O’Neil (Abbott’s diabetes care business) joined the Morning Show to discuss the link between depression and diabetes. They also shared recommendations about how to cope with diabetes distress and the importance of managing one’s mental health. (5:23)

10/18/22 7:40 Dr. Charles Sophy’s new book, FAMILY VALUES: Reset Trust, Boundaries, and Connection with Your Child is a roadmap for any parents who feels frustrated, powerless, and resigned to being unable to deal with their child’s behavior. He stopped by the show to talk about the book which includes real life examples, practical tools, and expert advice on how to deal with everything from social media addiction to bullying to drugs and alcohol. (11:25)

10/18/22 8:10 We’re just one day away from the season opener for our Cleveland Cavaliers! Expectations are high for the wine and gold this season, and radio voice of the Cavs Tim Alcorn stopped by to get us ready for tomorrow night’s opener in Toronto against the Raptors. (11:30)

10/18/22 8:40 Cutting the cost on just about anything is important today, but what about cutting the cost of getting your hair cut? Coupon queen Rachel Krych of Couponing with Rachel made her weekly visit to share her tips on trimming the expense of getting a hair cut! Check out her column every Tuesday in The Chronicle-Telegram! (14:20)

10-17-22

10/17/22 7:20 Win or go home. That’s the situation now for our Cleveland Guardians as they head to New York tonight for a deciding Game 5 in the American League Division Series. Sr. Vice President of Public Affairs Bob DiBiasio made his weekly stop on the Morning Show as he talks about how the bullpen and “small ball” might have to win the game for Cleveland this evening. (8:11)

10/17/22 7:40 It’s time to get your flu shot before flu season strikes! They are free and convenient through our friends at Lorain County Public Health who stopped by this morning to talk about the flu shot clinics and help Bruce and Craig get vaccinated! For a full schedule of vaccine clinics, check out the Lorain County Public Health website HERE. (9:02)

10/17/22 8:40 The Cleveland Browns were throttled by New England on Sunday as the Patriots left town with a 38-15 victory. Now, the Browns have some soul-searching to do to get back on track. Beat reporter Scott Petrak from The Chronicle-Telegram joined the guys to talk about the loss, questions on Kevin Stefanski, and what on earth the defense needs to do to sharpen up. (11:14)

10-14-22

10/14/22 7:40 Friday morning means it’s time for Champions of Education, brought to you by the Nordson Corporation! Midview Local Schools is celebrating progress after reviewing its 2022 Ohio School Report Card from the Ohio Department of Education. In total, Midview Local Schools received 21 out of 25 stars! Superintendent Dr. Bruce Willingham joined the show to talk about the achievement, and also, how Midview Local Schools has earned the EVERFI Empowered Seal for 2022, one of 1,440 school districts in the U.S. to receive the award! (9:38)

10-13-22

10/13/22 7:20 John Telich let his true feelings known about the frustrations with the Cleveland Browns on this week’s Budweiser’s From the Sidelines, presented by North Ridgeville Convenient Sunoco on Center Ridge and Barton Roads. The Browns now welcome in the New England Patriots after a disappointing loss to the Chargers on Sunday. Defense remains the issue, and with some new personnel brought in, J.T. is hoping to see improvement on that side of the ball this week. (22:23)

10/13/22 7:40 Up to 30% of Covid patients develop Long Covid, which is a serious debilitating health problem that can last a lifetime. Expert Dr. Peter Rowe and Long Covid patient Cynthia Adinig joined the Morning Show to talk about what exactly Long Covid is, how it can impact those who suffer from it, and the various treatments and cures that are being explored for it. (7:51)

10/13/22 8:20 October means it is officially spooky season! The Lorain Public Library System is getting their spook on with There’s Something Strange in Ohio: Unusual Spooky Tales! Explore strange and unusual tales from the state of Ohio. What historical facts are too strange to be false, and what is just an urban legend? Beth Collins (12:19) stopped by to talk about the program, which takes place at the following places and times:

  • 10/17 6:30-7:30pm, Main Library
  • 10/24 6pm, South Lorain Branch

10/13/22 8:40 Fall is a wonderful time for vacation! Many destinations are less crowded and great deals are always available. So, what are some great places to go and how do you know you are getting a great deal? That’s where travel expert Laura Begley Broom comes in. Laura, a senior contributor with Forbes and senior writer for TripAdvisor, has her finger pulse on the travel industry and shared some crucial tips and advice with the guys on the WEOL Morning Show. (6:11)

10/13/22 8:50 Cleveland Guardians super fan Senator Sherrod Brown made another stop with WEOL to talk about Game 2 tonight against the Yankees. He also discussed a recent meeting with elected officials and executives from Honda to announce the company will invest $3.5 billion with LG Energy Solutions to establish a new Central Ohio facility to make the batteries that power electric vehicles and $700 million to re-tool several existing auto and powertrain plants to produce electric vehicles. (7:18)

10-12-22

10/12/22 7:20 Tuesday morning’s means another episode of the Local Beat, brought to you by Vandemark Jewelers on East Broad Street in Elyria, a trusted name in jewelry! Dave O’Brien from the Chronicle-Telegram returned with our own Rocco Nuosci as they discussed the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program plan being discussed with the Elyria Schools. Plus, the guys recap Carissa Woytach’s tour with Lorain officials to two permanent supportive housing properties on Cleveland’s westside as Lorain looks to bring a similar facility to the city. (11:59)

10/12/22 8:10 The Ad Council, Maddie’s Fund, and the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) are all working together to launch the Pets and People campaign! HSUS President and CEO Kitty Block (the first woman to hold the position in the organization’s history!) and Maddie’s Fund Executive Leader Mary Ippolity-Smith joined the guys on the Morning Show to talk about the campaign, which looks to inspire people about how to #BeAHelper in their community and the small steps you can take to help pets and the families who love them. (7:06)